Eva Mendesis happy she chose to have children later in life.

It’s become pretty well-known the pair keep their personal lives private, especially surrounding their family.

That’s why people have kids in their 20s.'"

Closeup of Eva Mendes

“It takes more patience,” Eva continued.

“In my 20s, I shouldn’t have even been around a child.

I was just foul-mouthed and smoking.

Closeup of Eva Mendes and Ryan Gosling

I could not have raised kids in any other era of my life but now, for sure.”

“It was the easiest decision I’ve ever made,” she said.

“They’re just formative years.

Ryan Gosling holding a baby, with Eva Mendes beside him, in "The Place Beyond the Pines"

I wanted to be there for all of it.”

For Eva, motherhood has inspired her to continue to grow despite her age and experience.

“It all matters when you have two little people watching you all day long.

Screenshot from "The Place Beyond the Pines"

Closeup of Eva Mendes

Eva Mendes smiling, wearing a sleeveless patterned dress, holding a clutch, with bracelets on her wrist

Eva Mendes in a patterned white dress with a deep neckline, holding a clutch, at an outdoor event

Eva Mendes signing autographs